My favorite part of the day

As a mother I often times get overwhelmed with the tasks that are expected of me.  I feel like I am always in mommy mode as my day consists of feedings, diapers, cleaning and teachings.  After the children are asleep (if they happen to be sleeping at the same time) I get an hour or so before I head to bed myself.  So for an hour a day I am able to be a me that doesn’t involve “mom” duty, though to be honest most of this time is also dedicated to my children as I prep for the next day or scrapbook the events in my children life.  Don’t get me wrong, I love the calling of mother, but as you know it can become exhausting.  My son is in the habit of waking up at the five o’clock hour and rather than starting my day at such a ridiculous hour I instead welcome him to join me in bed for the extra hour of sleep.  My son although loving, likes his space and hugs and kisses are asked for if I want to receive them.  However, in his lethargic state he always request to hold my hand as he falls back to sleep.  This is my favorite time of day as I am allowed the opportunity to be a mom (physically, emotionally, etc) without disrupting my routine or needs.  What a blessing it is to share this quiet moment every morning with my son.